TiVo Stream 4K
Score: 65/100
Roku Express 4K+
Score: 68/100Rankings
Roku Express 4K+ provides compact 4K/HDR streaming with a voice remote that also controls TV power, volume, and mute, making setup effortless. Its drawbacks include the absence of Ethernet, limited 1 GB RAM and 16 GB storage, and lack of Dolby Vision or Atmos support. Best suited for users who want an affordable, easy-to-use 4K streamer for secondary rooms.
TiVo Stream 4K is an Android TV dongle that aggregates multiple streaming apps and live TV into a single 4K Dolby Vision interface with voice control. It suffers from an outdated Android 9 OS, modest 2 GB RAM and no wired Ethernet, which can affect performance. It works well for casual viewers seeking a unified streaming experience.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 GBbest | 1 GB | |
8 GB | 16 GBbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | — | 45.4 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Performance(2) | ||
Processor | Amlogic S905Y2 | ARM Cortex A55 quad-core |
RAM (GB) | 2 GB | 1 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Resolution | 4K | 4K UHD |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Android 9.0 | Roku OS |
Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Version | 2.0a | HDMI 2.0 |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | voice remote | Voice remote with TV power, volume, mute |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 53×16×77 mm mm | 40.64×21.08×76.2 mm mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the TiVo Stream 4K for its content aggregation that simplifies browsing across multiple services and for delivering solid 4K Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos performance at a budget price. However, they criticize the modest Amlogic S905Y2 processor, the lack of Ethernet, and the outdated Android 9.0 operating system, noting these as trade-offs for the dongle's compact form factor.
Everyday users praise the device for its easy setup, responsive voice remote, and the "headache-free" unified recommendations that make managing multiple streaming accounts simple. Recurring complaints focus on the limited 8 GB internal storage, occasional app lag, the need for AAA batteries in the remote, and the absence of a wired Ethernet connection for more stable streaming.
Professional reviewers praise the Roku Express 4K+ for its brilliant 4K picture quality, smooth dual-band Wi-Fi streaming, and convenient voice remote, while noting the lack of Ethernet, limited RAM/storage, and absence of Dolby Vision/Atmos.
Everyday users praise the device's effortless setup, reliable 4K/HDR streaming, and handy voice remote, but complain about occasional Wi-Fi buffering, limited storage, and lack of Ethernet or premium HDR/audio formats.
